US Bridges

Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD

Poor

Cuyahoga County, Ohio · Approx 4000FT W I-77 · Structure no. 1802437

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
320 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,769
2015 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD in Cuyahoga County, Ohio. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 years old, older than the Ohio average of 47.3 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

It carries about 3,769 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,231 by 2035. The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long and 39 ft wide.

Location

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CarriesSchaaf RD CR-97
CrossesSR-17 Granger RD
LocationApprox 4000FT W I-77
RouteCity Street 7498
CountyCuyahoga County
StateOhio
Coordinates41.41539, -81.6605
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 12 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating34.3 US tons
Inventory rating26.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadOther
Structure length320 ft (97.5 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,769 (2015)
Projected traffic5,231 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$710,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD carry?

About 3,769 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD?

The structure is 320 ft (97.5 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns Schaaf RD CR-97 over SR-17 Granger RD?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.